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Farnsworth Art Museum

Ranked #1 of 15 attractions in Rockland

147 reviews

”Ah, don't miss the Farnsworth Musuem a...“ 20/05/2013
”A Must See“ 16/05/2013

Category: Art Museums; Historic Sites

Owner description: Celebrating Maine’s Role in American Art, the Farnsworth Art Museum offers a nationally recognized collection of works from... more » Owner description: Celebrating Maine’s Role in American Art, the Farnsworth Art Museum offers a nationally recognized collection of works from many of America’s greatest artists. With 20,000 square feet of gallery space and over 10,000 works in the collection, there is always something new on view at the Farnsworth. The museum has one of the nation's largest collections of works by sculptor Louise Nevelson. Its Wyeth Center features works of Andrew, N.C. and Jamie Wyeth. The Farnsworth's library is also housed in its Rockland, ME, campus. Two historic buildings, the Farnsworth Homestead and the Olson House, and Julia's Gallery for Young Artists complete the museum complex.

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Strand Theater

Ranked #2 of 15 attractions in Rockland

42 reviews

”Lovely Little Gem“ 12/04/2013
”The Cultural Jewel and Anchor of Midco...“ 14/03/2013

Category: Cinemas; Theatres

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Rockland Breakwater Light

Ranked #3 of 15 attractions in Rockland

101 reviews

”Walk with a view“ 16/05/2013
”Rockland Breakwater“ 10/05/2013

Category: Lighthouses

Visitors can explore the beach area surrounding the lighthouse that was built at the beginning of the 20th century.

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Maine Lighthouse Museum

Ranked #4 of 15 attractions in Rockland

32 reviews

”Open Saturdays in Winter, Yet Was Clos...“ 08/01/2013
”best museum off main St“ 31/12/2012

Category: Speciality Museums; Lighthouses

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Project Puffin Visitor Center

Ranked #5 of 15 attractions in Rockland

26 reviews

”Touristy...but nice, and for a good ca...“ 05/05/2013
”Puffins“ 04/05/2013

Category: Nature/ Wildlife Areas

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Harbor Park

Ranked #6 of 15 attractions in Rockland

5 reviews

”Beautiful view of Rockland light“ 04/05/2013
”lots of fun“ 28/10/2012

Category: Parks

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Coastal Children's Museum

Ranked #7 of 15 attractions in Rockland

3 reviews

”Best kids museum - hands on fun!“ 08/12/2012
”Nice lace for kids“ 20/08/2012

Category: Children’s Museums

Owner description: The Coastal Children’s Museum is dedicated to providing children ages 2-9 and their families the opportunity to explore,... more » Owner description: The Coastal Children’s Museum is dedicated to providing children ages 2-9 and their families the opportunity to explore, discover and learn through play about the natural world, the arts and sciences and the diversity of Maine’s coast.Our Core Values:* Each Child and parent/caregiver deserves respect.* Families are the first educators.* Learning occurs through play.* The Community is out first resource.* The Museum is responsible to the world and the environment.The Coastal Children's Museum opened at Sharp's Point South in the summer of 2009 and we are so excited about our new home and love seeing the children learning, playing and creating. Children (and their parents!) are exploring our indoor sailboat, CedarWorks indoor climber, and “Sharpie’s General Store”. The museum also hosts many species of tropical and Maine Coast sea life in our "Under the Sea Room" and our full size Gulf of Maine touch tank. We also have a daily craft at the art table , puppet theater, Tubes and Tracks, and a woodworking bench and wonderful puzzles and books all throughout the museum.Workshops, special guests, and family fun days are held at the museum entertaining and educating families on diverse topics. We have had programs on dance and movement, animals and insects, writing and poetry, and everything in between. You can also have your birthday party at the museum. Membership is affordable and it entitles you to free admission, and discounts on programs and events, birthday parties, and t-shirts.Check out our website which has details and pictures of all our exhibits, past workshops, upcoming events and more. Why not swing by your new Coastal Children’s Museum. We are open Wed-Sat 10:00- 4:00 and Sundays 1:00 to 4:00. See you there! Summer Hours Tues-Sat 10:00-4:00 and Sundays 1:00 to 4:00

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Sail Power and Steam Museum

Ranked #8 of 15 attractions in Rockland

2 reviews

”Maritime History In Situ“ 08/12/2012
”Best museum in Rockland“ 20/09/2012

Category: Museums

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Chickawaukee Lake

Ranked #9 of 15 attractions in Rockland

8 reviews

”Too Many Rule Breakers“ 23/01/2013
”Nice autumn destination for a walk aro...“ 25/10/2012

Category: Bodies of Water

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Sandy Beach

Ranked #10 of 15 attractions in Rockland

1 review

”It's small.“ 10/06/2012

Category: Beaches

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Buoy Park